The Dream Harbor series is simply dreamy!

Positives:
Got me immediately in the Christmas Spirit!
Heartwarming and festive
Quick and light-hearted read
The main female character is the grump (grinch)
Small town holiday vibe, Hallmark-y vibe

This is the second book I have read in the series. I will go back and read the 2nd in the series-The Cinnamon Roll Cafe. They are the perfect mix of sweet and spicy.

This was the perfect way to kick off the Christmas season! So cozy and filled with joy want a perfect way to carry on the series. If you want to scream giggle and kick your feet this is the book for you!!!

Lovely feel good book. Loved the main character and all her flaws and how she integrated into her new life. Would recommend this book.

What I loved most about this book was how charming and festive it felt. The descriptions of the tree farm, the snow, and all the holiday activities made me feel like I was right there, sipping hot cocoa and enjoying the Christmas spirit. It was the perfect escape.

Lucy is such a relatable character. She’s trying to figure out her life and what truly makes her happy. Her journey felt real, and I found myself rooting for her to find love and success. The romance was sweet and heart-melting without feeling rushed or over-the-top.

Laurie Gilmore’s writing is simple and easy to read, but it’s full of warmth and charm. She captures the magic of the holiday season so well that it made me want to decorate a tree and bake cookies!

This book isn’t just about Christmas—it’s about family, second chances, and finding where you belong. It left me with a big smile on my face and a feeling of joy in my heart.

If you’re looking for a feel-good holiday story, The Christmas Tree Farm is a perfect pick. It’s light, sweet, and full of festive cheer. I can’t wait to read more books by Laurie Gilmore!

I received a complimentary copy of this book from HarperCollins UK, One More Chapter through NetGalley. Opinions expressed in this review are completely my own. Thank you so much!

Thank you so much for an early copy of this book! Having read The Pumpkin Spice Cafe last year, and The Cinnamon Bun store this year, I was so looking forward to reading and jumping into The Christmas Tree Farm. I love all things Christmas, cozy, and romance and this book felt like it might be right up my alley!

Unfortunatley, I didn't connect with the story or characters like I would have hoped (especially having loved The Pumpkin Spice Cafe when I read it last year). This is not to say it's a bad book, by any means, but the story and characters were not ones that resonated with me.

Having read the cinnamon bun book store I just knew I was in for a treat with this book, and it certainly didn’t disappoint. Think hallmark Christmas movie in a book.

Loved this read. I am obsessed with the characters and the town. This is one of my favorite series. I love that the character flaws are so raw and real.

Spicy but sweet!
Lots of lovely tropes going on in this book; fish out of water, small town, snowed in, grumpy/sunshine and it’s a lovely mix. It feels like I just read a Hallmark Christmas movie, albeit with some spicier moments. Grab a hot chocolate and curl up under a blanket with this book for a properly cosy winter afternoon.

The Christmas Tree Farm is the third book in the Dream Harbor series. Unexpectingly spicy. Amazingly cozy. For me this book was. 3.5 star read. It’s very much like a hallmark movie. Nothing amazing and life changing, but still entertaining and hits a spot.

This book follows Bennet and Kyra. Kyra is a grumpy rich girl who buys a Christmas tree farm. Bennet is the nice, dog lover.

"I realized, maybe too late, that being independent doesn’t have to mean being alone."

I dove into this book expecting a typical holiday story, but the author completely surprised me. Kira isn’t the picture-perfect protagonist—she’s a little grumpy, a little guarded, and after a lifetime with her sister by her side, she’s thrown herself into an adventure she’s not quite sure she can handle alone. Then there’s Bennett, who’s made his own mistakes and isn’t eager to repeat them, despite his natural “rescuer” instinct. But somehow, they both find a way to set aside their fears and move forward together.

I absolutely loved Jeanie, Iris, and all the other friends who welcomed Kira and helped her see that being independent doesn’t mean you can’t ask for help—and that sometimes, asking for help is a sign of maturity, a way of recognizing that some things just aren’t possible alone.

5 (spicy) stars for a story that warms your heart like a cozy fireplace on Christmas Eve..

The Christmas Tree Farm - @lauriegilmore_author 🎄

This is the third book in the series but can definitely be read as a stand-alone.

This is the perfect book to get you in the Christmas spirit! It had all of the hallmark Christmas movie vibes and I am here for it! I really enjoyed that the FMC is the grumpy one and seeing her slowly open up. I love the little town so much and with each book I wish that it was a real place! I want to move there so badly.

Highly recommend to get you into the holiday spirit.

Thanks @netgalley and @onemorechapterhc for a copy of this book in exchange for my honest review.

This book was perfect and swoon worthy. I can see myself reading it every single Christmas season. The love story was everything!

I love everything Christmas and this book was so much fun to jump into after the first two books. It was all around super cute and just all around a fun read! It gave Hallmark Christmas movie in the best possible way and was such an easy read.

Absolutely loved this one for the holiday season!

Thank you NetGalley for an eARC!

Thank you One More Chapter for the eARC of The Christmas Tree Farm

I absolutely loved reading this novel, It had everything I was expecting. I loved how the characters developed and the grew with the story's progression. Kira was created with such realism and I really liked how relatable she was. Bennett was a great opposition character for her as their characters were almost like chalk and cheese but they worked together. I really enjoyed all the characters and the slight nods to the previous books.
I love Laurie's writing, it captures you and lures you in. The cosiness of the books she writes is great, it a cosy escape for the reader and I look forward to reading the next book in the series

Laurie Gilmore is the expert at cozy romance. This was absolutely my favourite of the books she's written, you can't go wrong with a grumpy/sunshine paring and this was such a great change in pace with the FMC being the grumpy one. This is the perfect book for any Hallmark Christmas movie lover, and absolutely the best book to curl up with on a snowy day. Perfect warm fuzzy feelings and a wonderful easy read to break a slump.

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𝚂𝚙𝚒𝚌𝚎: 🌶🌶🌶️

The Christmas Tree Farm is a fun holiday romance set in the adorable town of Dream Harbor. Kira North just bought a Christmas tree farm, but she isn’t exactly a fan of Christmas. When she meets Bennett Ellis, who’s taking a break from his life in California, sparks fly—though not in a good way at first. Kira is stubborn and doesn’t want help, but Bennett is determined to lend a hand, even if she pushes him away.
As they work together, the chemistry between them starts to heat up, and their banter adds some great humor. Kira’s journey is all about personal growth and learning to accept help, and it’s satisfying to see her open up to new friendships.
The supporting characters really bring the story to life and make Dream Harbor feel like a tight-knit community. Laurie Gilmore does a fantastic job of creating a cozy atmosphere perfect for the holiday season. If you love charming romances with relatable characters and a little bit of humor, The Christmas Tree Farm is definitely worth picking up. It’s a great addition to the Dream Harbor series and will definitely get you in the holiday spirit!

🎄Grumpy x Sunshine
❄️Small Town
🎄Opposites Attract
❄️Hallmark Movie With Spice
🎄Third Person POV

I have to say I enjoyed the first two books in the Dream Harbor series but The Christmas Tree Farm was absolutely my favorite. I adored the characters and I can definitely see this as a movie! The relationship established by Kira and Bennett was absolutely stunning! Thank you so much NetGalley and publishing company for this amazing read. I can’t wait to see more of Laurie Gilmore’s writing.

Love the third book in the Dream Harbor series. Kira’s interaction with the town and Ben at the beginning annoyed me, she had her walls up too high for strangers that were trying to welcome her. When she started to open up to Ben, and see how she was acting towards the town wasn’t right - then she became less annoying to me. This is a cute winter.

Another great book from The World of Dream Harbour and Laurie Gilmore. Absolutely a Hallmark Movie with exxxtra spice! I just love how the author includes all her previous characters from other books but if you did want to read them by themselves they would still make sense. Absolutely can’t wait for more! Laurie is a go to author now for sure!

Lauren Gilmore with her books never fail to make me love them more than the prev one.
i loved both pervious books and this one with its setting might be my fav one.

I am so ready for Christmas and i am so ready to dive into any Christmas books i can have my hands on.